In this monthly round up, we survey the latest releases from Arab and international cinema, from arthouse films to blockbusters and everything in between

As YouTube star Accurso's influence grew, she transitioned from educator to child advocate. But it only became 'controversial' when she spoke up for Palestinian kids

Technology keeps us connected, but it may be changing what human closeness really means

The winner of the 2026 Nobel Prize for Literature has drawn on the ancient Greeks to invent new forms of writing "in playful dialogue with the classical tradition"

With its mineral wealth and jihadist dilemma, Mali is entertaining both the Americans and the Russians, to see what each can offer, and what they want in return

Several recent studies have delved into the psychology behind the belief in secret plots, whether it be in health, politics, or technology

Moscow wants it to show that, despite war and sanctions, it can still build a project of such scale in one of the harshest environments on Earth

Headlines have centred on the flight of bullion while commentators have speculated about the prompts. The reality is a little more nuanced

A tour of the latest releases from Arab publishing houses